FIRST AID

FM 4-25.11/NTRP 4-02.1/AFMAN 44-163(I)
(2) The alternate method of the fireman’s carry for raising a
casualty from the ground is illustrated in Figure B-4; however, it should be
used only when the bearer believes it to be safer for the casualty because of
the location of his wounds. When the alternate method is used, care must be
taken to prevent the casualty’s head from snapping back and causing a neck
injury. The steps for raising a casualty from the ground for the fireman’s
carry are also used in other one-man carries.
(a) Kneel on one knee at the casualty’s head and face
his feet. Extend your hands under his armpits, down his sides, and across his
back.
(b) As you rise, lift the casualty to his knees. Then
secure a lower hold and raise him to a standing position with his knees
locked.
A
B
Figure B-4. Fireman’s carry (alternate method) for lifting a
casualty to a standing position (Illustrated A—B).
(3) In the supporting carry (Figure B-5), the casualty must
be able to walk or at least hop on one leg, using the bearer as a crutch. This
carry can be used to assist him as far as he is able to walk or hop.
(a) Raise the casualty from the ground to a standing
position by using the fireman’s carry.
your neck.
(b)
Grasp the casualty’s wrist and draw his arm around
(c) Place your arm around his waist. The casualty is
now able to walk or hop using you as a support.
B-9